Univasc

What is moexipril?

Moexipril is in a group of drugs called ACE inhibitors. ACE stands for angiotensin
converting enzyme.

Moexipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Moexipril may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about moexipril?

Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are
pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Moexipril could cause birth defects in the baby if you take the
medication during pregnancy. Use an effective form of birth control. Stop using this medication
and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment.
Moexipril can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be
careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

Vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can
lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking
moexipril. Drink 6 to 8 full glasses of water daily while you are taking this medication.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking moexipril?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to moexipril or to any other ACE
inhibitor, such as benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), fosinopril (Monopril), enalapril
(Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), perindopril (Aceon), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril
(Altace), or trandolapril (Mavik).

Before using moexipril, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use
moexipril, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.

FDA pregnancy category D. Do not use this medication without
telling your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Moexipril could cause birth
defects in the baby if you take the medication during pregnancy. Use an effective form of birth
control. Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant
during treatment.
It is not known whether moexipril passes into breast milk or if it could harm a
nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby.
Do not give this medication to a child younger than 6 years old.

How should I take moexipril?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in
larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on
your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from
this medication.

Take each dose with a full glass of water.

Moexipril is usually taken 1 hour before meals.

Vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can
lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking
moexipril. Drink 6 to 8 full glasses of water daily while you are taking this medication.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood pressure will need to be
checked on a regular basis. Your kidney or liver function may also need to be tested. Do not
miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking
moexipril. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.

If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you
feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Store moexipril at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this
medicine.
Symptoms of a moexipril overdose may include feeling extremely dizzy or
light-headed, or fainting.

What should I avoid while taking moexipril?

Moexipril can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be
careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can further lower your blood pressure and may increase
some of the side effects of moexipril.
Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking moexipril, unless
your doctor has told you to.

Moexipril side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic
reaction: hives; severe stomach pain; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips,
tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

feeling light-headed, fainting;

urinating more or less than usual, or not at all;

fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;

tired feeling, muscle weakness, and pounding or uneven
heartbeats;

chest pain;

swelling, rapid weight gain; or

jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur, such as:

cough;

dizziness, drowsiness, headache;

sleep problems (insomnia);

dry mouth, sore throat;

vomiting, diarrhea, constipation; or

mild skin itching or rash.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your
doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect moexipril?

Before taking moexipril, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:

If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use
moexipril or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

There may be other drugs not listed that can affect moexipril. Tell your doctor about all
the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals,
herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication
without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has information about moexipril written for health professionals that you
may read.

What to the pills look like?

Moexipril is available with a prescription under the brand name Univasc. Other brand or
generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about
this medication, especially if it is new to you.

Univasc 7.5 mg--pink, scored tablet

Univasc 15 mg--salmon-colored, scored tablet

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children. Never share
your medicines with others and only use this medication for the condition prescribed.

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